Cody Gakpo once again showcased his importance to Liverpool in their 2-0 victory over Ipswich Town on Friday night, contributing significantly to Alexander Isak's brace. This match marked a morale-boosting moment for Liverpool as they secured their first Premier League win under manager Andoni Iraola.

In a thrilling first half, Isak scored two goals within three minutes, marking his first brace for Liverpool since his £125 million transfer from Newcastle. Iraola expressed confidence in Isak, stating, "With Alex, if he is fit, if he is available, if he is in good shape, I think he will produce the numbers."

Cody Gakpo played a pivotal role, providing an assist for both goals with precise passes that exploited the gaps in the Ipswich defense. Despite speculation about his potential move to Manchester City for £80 million, Iraola reaffirmed his faith in Gakpo, highlighting his impressive pre-season and early performances.

The tactical challenge for Iraola lies in fitting all his attacking options into the lineup, especially with the arrival of Bradley Barcola. Gakpo's effective play on the left wing may need to be adjusted, but Iraola has a range of options at his disposal.

Ipswich, despite a strong start to the season, struggled to contain Liverpool's dynamic attack, culminating in the end of their 18-game unbeaten home league streak. They failed to capitalize on opportunities, while Liverpool maintained their dominance throughout the second half.

Alexis MacAllister and Dominik Szoboszlai also had chances to extend the lead, but it was Isak and Gakpo who stole the show. With this victory, Liverpool avoided a repeat of their seven-game winless streak from 24 years ago, marking a promising start for Iraola's tenure.